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Movies with dry vibe

Sniper: Reloaded

1381. Sniper: Reloaded

War Action Thriller Drama Modern Conflicts
5.4

20111h 31min

United States, South Africa

Director: Claudio Fäh

Marine Sgt. Brandon Beckett, son of the U.S. Marine Corps' deadliest sniper, Thomas Beckett, must turn to his father's former protégé (Billy Zane) to track down and kill a mysterious sniper before he kills his next target.

Themes

Mentorship under pressure, Deception and coverups, Loyalties under conflict, Duty versus vengeance, Arms dealing conspiracy, Casualties of war

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Detachment

1382. Detachment

Drama Professional Drama
7.7

20111h 38min

United States

Director: Tony Kaye

A chronicle of three weeks in the lives of several high school teachers, administrators and students through the eyes of substitute teacher, Henry Barthes. Henry roams from school to school, imparting modes of knowledge, but never staying long enough to form any semblance of sentient attachment.

Themes

Emotional isolation, Educational disparity, Depression and loneliness, Unspoken abuse history, Caregiver boundaries, Institutional detachment

Available on

Amazon Video
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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Thor

1383. Thor

Adventure Fantasy Action Mythological Fantasy Superhero Action
7.0

20111h 55min

United States

Director: Kenneth Branagh

Against his father Odin's will, The Mighty Thor - a powerful but arrogant warrior god - recklessly reignites an ancient war. Thor is cast down to Earth and forced to live among humans as punishment. Once here, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Legitimacy versus rebellion, Exile and belonging, Hubris and responsibility, Duty and sacrifice, Power and governance

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Scream 4

1384. Scream 4

Horror Mystery Slasher Horror Whodunit
6.2

20111h 51min

United States

Director: Wes Craven

Ten years after the original Woodsboro murders, one of the survivors returns home to promote their new book about surviving trauma, only for a new Ghostface killer to emerge, targeting a new group of teens.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Media sensationalism, Self referential satire, Jealousy as motive, Fame seeking culture, Peer pressure among teens

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Arthur

1385. Arthur

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
5.7

20111h 50min

United States

Director: Jason Winer

A drunken playboy stands to lose a wealthy inheritance when he falls for a woman that his family doesn't like.

Themes

Romance vs duty, Reputation management, Inheritance pressure, Arranged marriage conflict, Self reliance vs dependency, Social aspiration

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Hop

1386. Hop

Animation Comedy Family Holiday Family Family Animation
5.4

20111h 35min

United States

Director: Tim Hill

E.B., the Easter Bunny's teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band. In L.A., he's taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Rebellion and power, Belonging and otherness, Deception and identity, Ambition vs duty, Leadership and legitimacy, Fame vs responsibility

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Submarine

1387. Submarine

Drama Comedy Romance Coming-of-Age Drama Bittersweet Romance
7.3

20111h 37min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Richard Ayoade

15-year-old deep-thinking Welsh schoolboy Oliver Tate struggles to initiate and maintain a relationship with Jordana, his devilish, dark-haired classmate at their Swansea high school. As his parents' marriage begins to fall apart, similar problems arise in his relationship with Jordana.

Themes

Coming of age, Peer pressure and belonging, Parental strain, Secret romance dynamics, Family instability and trust, Bullying and reputation

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Win Win

1388. Win Win

Drama Comedy Relationship Drama
7.1

20111h 46min

United States

Director: Tom McCarthy

When down-on-his-luck part-time high school wrestling coach Mike agrees to become legal guardian to an elderly man, his ward's troubled grandson turns out to be a star grappler, sparking dreams of a big win -- until the boy's mother retrieves him.

Themes

Family obligation, Financial instability, Custody dispute, Guardianship ethics, Estate dispute, Talent-driven opportunity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Limitless

1389. Limitless

Thriller Mystery Science Fiction Mind Game Thriller Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi
7.4

20111h 46min

United States

Director: Neil Burger

The life of an unsuccessful writer is transformed by a top-secret 'smart drug' that allows him to use 100% of his brain and become a perfect version of himself. His enhanced abilities soon attract shadowy forces that threaten his new life.

Themes

Self-improvement through drugs, Ambition and danger, Dependence and withdrawal, Power and knowledge, Manipulation by unseen forces, Ethical cost of enhancement

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Lincoln Lawyer

1390. The Lincoln Lawyer

Crime Drama Thriller Legal Drama Courtroom Thriller
7.3

20111h 59min

United States

Director: Brad Furman

Mick Haller is a charismatic defense attorney who does business out of his Lincoln Continental sedan. Mick spends most of his time defending petty crooks and other bottom-feeders, so it comes as quite a surprise when he lands the case of a lifetime: defending a Beverly Hills playboy who is accused of attempted murder. However, what Mick initially thinks is an open-and-shut case with a big monetary reward develops into something more sinister.

Themes

Courtroom drama ethics, Wealth influence in justice, Attorney-client privilege, High-profile case, Credibility under pressure, Pro bono obligation

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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